United States Pitney Bowes PO-B13B Meter Stamp
United States of America · 1950 · Variable (meter stamp)
A standard United States postage meter stamp, specifically identified as Pitney Bowes Type PO-B13B. These stamps typically feature 'U.S. POSTAGE', a variable denomination, and a postmark with town and date, printed directly onto mail pieces.
Meter stamps were introduced to streamline mail processing for businesses, allowing them to print postage directly onto envelopes or labels. This innovation significantly impacted postal efficiency and business operations throughout the 20th century.
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
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